You can meet the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) cut-off score for an Express Entry draw, and still not receive an invitation to apply (ITA). The date and time of your Express Entry profile submission can play a key role in determining whether your receive an ITA for permanent residence (PR)....

The three Ontario regions participating in the Francophone Community Immigration Pilot (FCIP) have released their priority sectors and occupations for 2026. All regions have removed certain occupations from eligibility, replacing them with newly-selected occupations that match evolving local labour demands. Consult with a lawyer at Cohen Immigration Law This article...

The Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP) held its third draw of 2026 on March 20, 2026, under the Labour Impact and Express Entry categories. No invitations were issued through the Business Work Permit Entrepreneur stream, consistent with PEI's ongoing workforce-first nomination approach.With the latest PEI PNP draw,...

The IELTS exam is going fully digital. IDP has officially confirmed that the paper-based IELTS test will be discontinued globally from mid-2026, with all test delivery moving to a computer-based format.The announcement is a major shake-up for the thousands of students, workers, and skilled professionals who take the IELTS exam...

Canada has been ranked 25th out of 147 countries in the 2026 World Happiness Report, which evaluates global well-being by country. This year, Canada placed two spots below the US and ranked between Poland, in 24th place, and Taiwan, in 26th. Join the Angus Reid Forum and get $5 in...

Canada has announced a new initiative to support francophone international students and graduates on their path to permanent residence (PR) The initiative gives students at the Université de Hearst—a public French-language institution whose main campus is in Hearst, Ontario—access to tailored support as they explore their long-term immigration options. Consult...

The number of profiles in the Express Entry candidate pool continues its downward trend, easing competition as a net 1,172 profiles exited the pool over the latest two weeks as of March 15 (the latest data available). The most recent data on the pool’s composition, however, does not account for...

In a significant update for Canada immigration, Ontario has conducted a new draw under the multiple streams of the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program.This latest round highlights Ontario’s continued focus on selecting skilled workers who meet the province’s labour market needs, while also making the pathway more accessible to candidates with...

Canada has published new rules applying to foreign nationals seeking entry to Canada under the work permit exemption for business visitors. For many foreign nationals, seeking entry as a business visitor can be the quickest and easiest way to gain authorization to work in Canada, as many can apply at...

On March 18, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) issued invitations to apply (ITAs) under its Master’s Graduate and PhD Graduate streams for the first time in over a year. The province invited more than 1,100 international student graduates with Canadian work experience in targeted occupations. This is the first...

When you arrive in Canada, there are many everyday tasks to take care of. You’ll likely be looking for a place to live, setting up a phone plan, or registering for essential services. Opening a bank account is often one of the first steps. Banking in Canada may work differently...

Moving countries is hard. Looking for work while adjusting to a new place can make it feel even harder. When I moved to Canada as a permanent resident (PR) in 2022, I did not have a job lined up. Like many newcomers, I had to start from scratch to understand...

Ontario is preparing one of the biggest shakeups in its immigration history. The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) has announced legal changes to the Ontario Immigration Act that will completely overhaul all existing immigration streams by May 30, 2026.Nine major stream categories, including Foreign Worker, Master's Graduate, and Skilled Trades,...

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada has issued invitations in the latest Express Entry draw for French-speaking candidates, recording the lowest CRS score of the year. This is the 17th draw of the year, and the third draw for candidates with French-language proficiency.However, this Express Entry draw reflects Canada’s strategic effort...

As of January 31, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada’s (IRCC’s) total application backlog dropped to 990,300, falling below one million for the first time since October 2025. The most significant shifts seen in this backlog update compared to December 31, 2025, consist of the following: Study permit backlog: 14% increase....

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 4,000 ITAs in a draw for candidates with French language proficiency. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed to have A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score...